CHPL Staff Picks: Best Books of 2022 - Younger Readers | Chapel Hill Public Library

by Dubuc, Marianne

Book - 2022

Baby koala Koko takes his first step toward independence in this endearing board book made for reading together. Baby koala Koko takes his first step toward independence in this endearing board book made for reading together. Show less

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Lionel Poops

by Veille, Eric

Book - 2022

An overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests the limits, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty. (Board book) An overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests the limits, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty. (Board book) Show less

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Abuelita and Me

by Carranza, Leonarda

Book - 2022

Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus an...Show more Spending time at home with Abuelita means pancakes, puddle-jumping, and nail-painting. But venturing out into the city is not always as fun. On the bus and at the grocery store, people are impatient and suspicious--sometimes they even yell. Sad, angry, and scared, the story's young narrator decides not to leave home again...until a moment of empowerment helps her see the strength she and Abuelita share when they face the world together. Show less

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Mina

by Forsythe, Matthew

Book - 2022

Mina and her father live in a hollowed-out tree stump on the edge of a pond on the edge of a forest. Nothing ever bothers Mina, until one day, her father ...Show more Mina and her father live in a hollowed-out tree stump on the edge of a pond on the edge of a forest. Nothing ever bothers Mina, until one day, her father brings home a suspicious surprise from the woods. Should Mina trust her father--or listen to her own instincts? Show less

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Apple and Magnolia

by Gehl, Laura

Book - 2022

The bond between two trees, Apple and Magnolia, takes center stage in this picture book that explores the power of unlikely friendships. Includes an author's note that further explores how trees communicate. The bond between two trees, Apple and Magnolia, takes center stage in this picture book that explores the power of unlikely friendships. Includes an author's note that further explores how trees communicate. Show less

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See You Someday Soon

by Miller, Pat Zietlow

Book - 2022

In this heartfelt picture book, a child imagines ways to connect with a grandmother who lives far way. Whether by rocket ship or jet pack, train or in a p...Show more In this heartfelt picture book, a child imagines ways to connect with a grandmother who lives far way. Whether by rocket ship or jet pack, train or in a plane, any journey is worth it to see someone you love. The book features clever and innovative die-cuts throughout, adding a creative, thoughtful and discussion-worthy novelty aspect to this layered and deeply emotional story. Show less

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Powwow Day

by Sorell, Traci

Book - 2022

River wants so badly to dance at powwow day as she does every year. In this uplifting and contemporary picture book perfect for beginning readers, follow ...Show more River wants so badly to dance at powwow day as she does every year. In this uplifting and contemporary picture book perfect for beginning readers, follow River's journey from feeling isolated after an illness to learning the healing power of community. Show less

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The Sun Is Late and So Is the Farmer

by Stead, Philip Christian

Book - 2022

On a peculiarly long night, three farm animals set off on a daring quest to bring the sunrise. After consulting barn owl (who always knows what to do), th...Show more On a peculiarly long night, three farm animals set off on a daring quest to bring the sunrise. After consulting barn owl (who always knows what to do), they take Rooster and set off on an epic journey further than they've ever gone before; through the acre of tall corn, past the sleeping giant, all the way to the edge of the world. Show less

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The Year We Learned to Fly

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Book - 2022

On a dreary, stuck-inside kind of day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother's advice, and before they know it, their imaginations lift them up and ...Show more On a dreary, stuck-inside kind of day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother's advice, and before they know it, their imaginations lift them up and out of their boredom. Lyrical text and dazzling art celebrate the extraordinary ability to lift ourselves up and imagine a better world. Show less

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I Won't Give up My Rubber Band

by Yoshitake, Shinsuke

Book - 2022

With signature humor, wit, and boundless creativity, this charming story celebrates the potential of everyday objects to become catalysts for curiosity an...Show more With signature humor, wit, and boundless creativity, this charming story celebrates the potential of everyday objects to become catalysts for curiosity and play, at once honoring a child's attachment to favorite objects and opening the door to a world of exciting new objects and experiences. Show less

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Cornbread & Poppy

by Cordell, Matthew

Book - 2022

Cautious Cornbread and carefree Poppy are best friends, so when Poppy fails to prepare for winter, Cornbread ventures up Holler Mountain with her to help her find food. (Early reader) Cautious Cornbread and carefree Poppy are best friends, so when Poppy fails to prepare for winter, Cornbread ventures up Holler Mountain with her to help her find food. (Early reader) Show less

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Gigi and Ojiji

by Iwai, Melissa

Book - 2022

Gigi can't wait for her Ojiji (Japanese grandpa) to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Rosco...Show more Gigi can't wait for her Ojiji (Japanese grandpa) to move in. Gigi plans lots of things to do with him, like playing tag, reading books, and teaching Roscoe, the family dog, new tricks. But her plans don't work out quite the way she'd hoped. And her grandpa doesn't seem to like Roscoe. Will Gigi find a way to connect with her Ojiji? (Early reader) Show less

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Sir Ladybug

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by Tabor, Corey R.

Graphic Novel - 2022

Sir Ladybug never shies away from a quest, even when he'd rather be playing a video game or baking a cake. So when a caterpillar needs rescuing from a &qu...Show more Sir Ladybug never shies away from a quest, even when he'd rather be playing a video game or baking a cake. So when a caterpillar needs rescuing from a "monster" (a hungry chickadee), Sir Ladybug and his trusty friends--his herald, a roly-poly named Pell, and his squire, a snail named Sterling--hatch the perfect (delicious) plan. (Early reader/graphic novel) Show less

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Endlessly Ever After

Choose your Way to Endless Fairy Tale Endings! : A Story of Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, Hansel, Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, A Wolf, A Witch, A Goose, A Grandmother, Some Pigs, and Endless Variations

by Snyder, Laurel

Book - 2022

In this rhyming mash-up of many fairy tales, the reader is invited to follow Rosie down the many possible paths which may lead to a sleeping maiden, a hun...Show more In this rhyming mash-up of many fairy tales, the reader is invited to follow Rosie down the many possible paths which may lead to a sleeping maiden, a hungry wolf, a girl locked in a tower, or a goose that lays golden eggs--but with some luck, and some smart choices, Rosie may save herself and her fellow fairy tale characters. Show less

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Listen to the Language of the Trees

A Story of How Forests Communicate Underground

by Kelley, Tera

Book - 2022

A nonfiction pick that captures the magic of talking trees that take care of their neighbors (not to mention the mysterious fungi that help them do it), m...Show more A nonfiction pick that captures the magic of talking trees that take care of their neighbors (not to mention the mysterious fungi that help them do it), making complex science understandable with scientifically accurate and visually appealing illustrations. Show less

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The Late, Great Endlings

Stories of the Last Survivors

by Kerbel, Deborah

Book - 2022

This STEM-based, illustrated nonfiction picture book introduces readers to several well-known animal and insect endlings, the last known survivors of a sp...Show more This STEM-based, illustrated nonfiction picture book introduces readers to several well-known animal and insect endlings, the last known survivors of a species, while discussing the mass extinction crisis facing our planet and what kids can do to make a difference. Show less

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Standing in the Need of Prayer

A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

Book - 2022

From an award-winning author and critically acclaimed artist comes a stunning and deeply moving picture book based on the popular spiritual. The classic l...Show more From an award-winning author and critically acclaimed artist comes a stunning and deeply moving picture book based on the popular spiritual. The classic lyrics have been reworked to chronicle the milestones, struggles, tragedies, and triumphs of African American history. A perfect gift or timeless keepsake! Show less

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Marshmallow Clouds

Two Poets at Play Among Figures of Speech

by Kooser, Ted

Book - 2022

A freewheeling romp through the world of imagery and metaphor, this quietly startling collection of thirty poems, framed by the four elements, is about art and reality, fact and fancy. A freewheeling romp through the world of imagery and metaphor, this quietly startling collection of thirty poems, framed by the four elements, is about art and reality, fact and fancy. Show less

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You Are the Loveliest

by Hagen, Hans

Book - 2022

Sometimes our feelings are so big, our dreams and our worries so wide, that we can't find the words to express them. These thoughts and questions are explored by Hans and Monique Hagen in poems pitched perfectly to the children who wonder. Sometimes our feelings are so big, our dreams and our worries so wide, that we can't find the words to express them. These thoughts and questions are explored by Hans and Monique Hagen in poems pitched perfectly to the children who wonder. Show less

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H Is for Harlem

by Johnson, Dinah

Book - 2022

A richly informative alphabet picture book celebrating Harlem's vibrant traditions, past and present. A richly informative alphabet picture book celebrating Harlem's vibrant traditions, past and present. Show less

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Arthur Who Wrote Sherlock

by Bailey, Linda

Book - 2022

A riveting and humorous picture book about the incredible life of Arthur Conan Doyle: doctor, adventurer, tireless campaigner for justice . . . and creator of the world's most famous detective! A riveting and humorous picture book about the incredible life of Arthur Conan Doyle: doctor, adventurer, tireless campaigner for justice . . . and creator of the world's most famous detective! Show less

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Ablaze With Color

A Story of Painter Alma Thomas

by Harvey, Jeanne Walker

Book - 2022

A picture-book biography of painter and teacher Alma Thomas, discussing her childhood, teaching career, and activism. A picture-book biography of painter and teacher Alma Thomas, discussing her childhood, teaching career, and activism. Show less

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